Grant Financial Leader

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Finance

Job Summary

Column Technical Services is seeking a skilled Grant Financial Leader to oversee a full financial lifecycle of federal grants ensure compliance with federal regulations and provide expert guidance to program teams in Chicago IL. This role leads financial reporting budgeting audits and subrecipient monitoring while upholding all federal and organizational standards. Its a chance to influence highvisibility programs strengthen financial systems and contribute to missiondriven work with national reach. If this aligns with your background and goals apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

This role oversees the financial management and federal compliance requirements for grants administered by the organization. The position ensures accurate financial reporting adherence to federal regulations and effective oversight of grantrelated accounting activities.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Financial Management

Oversees the financial framework and compliance processes for all federal grants including the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). Serves as the internal subjectmatter expert on federal grant reporting and regulatory requirements.
Reviews and approves all grantrelated invoices ensuring proper coding and authorization. Analyzes monthly financial statements general ledger activity and other financial data tied to federal awards.
Partners with Project Directors to develop annual grant budgets. Monitors spending across all budget categories and compares actual expenditures to approved budgets each month.
Tracks and verifies time allocation reports for federal program staff ensuring alignment with project activities and account codes.
Prepares and submits all required federal financial reports-including quarterly and final Financial Status Reports-accurately and on schedule.
Manages reimbursement requests to federal agencies and coordinates payments to subgrantees.
Collaborates closely with the Finance Department on monthend processes financial reporting and grantrelated accounting matters. Communicates with federal agencies and partners regarding policies procedures and financial compliance.
Supports Project Directors with budget planning yearend projections contract documentation and financerelated inquiries while ensuring adherence to federal administrative and financial standards.
Leads preparation of audit documentation for the Single Audit including the Schedule of Federal Awards. Responds to auditor inquiries and maintains auditready records.

Compliance Oversight

Manages and monitors all subrecipient financial activity including budget reviews expenditure monitoring compliance with 2 CFR 200/230 and contract maintenance.
Confirms that matching requirements are met and that federal cost limitations are followed.
Develops and maintains subrecipient monitoring procedures using OMB Uniform Guidance. Conducts annual risk assessments and ongoing monitoring activities such as:

-Invoice reviews

-Single Audit evaluations and documentation

-Collection of required fiscal responsibility and Uniform Guidance certifications

-Verification and followup on corrective actions

-Training development to reduce recurring findings

-Notification to Controller/CFO when a subrecipient is considered highrisk

-Antilobbying certifications for applicable subawards

-Phone/email monitoring

-Priorapproval reviews

-Desktop audits and limitedscope onsite audits including written reports and training

-Review of internal controls and written procedures

Ensures compliance with federal cash management rules including minimizing the time between federal drawdowns and disbursements.
Provides training technical assistance standardized tools and guidance to subgrantees on federal regulations and financial processes.
Develops a working understanding of each grants programmatic requirements to support financial discussions and decisionmaking.
Participate in the annual Project Directors national conference and facilitates financial sessions as needed.
Attends monthly grant and Finance Department meetings providing financial data and visual reports to support program monitoring.
Assists Project Directors with procurement processes contract reviews and related administrative tasks.
Maintains uptodate knowledge of federal regulations and organizational policies related to grant management.
Participates in federal grant training as needed.
Completes special projects as assigned.
Supports the organizations mission and values through ethical conduct collaboration and commitment to highquality financial and programmatic performance.
Assists with pricing and financial components of grant proposals.
Supervises grant accounting staff.

Qualifications

At least five years of experience in nonprofit accounting.
Minimum of ten years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
Strong ability to provide clear direction respond to inquiries and communicate effectively.
High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work independently exercise sound judgment and manage confidential information responsibly.
Flexible accurate and able to adapt to changing priorities.
Excellent written communication skills and ability to engage across various settings.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively.
Proficiency with Windows Word advanced Excel PowerPoint email Internet tools and NetSuite.
Ability to travel as needed.

Education & Experience

Bachelors degree in accounting or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
Experience with budget development and financial management preferred.

Equal Opportunity

Column Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin disability status protected veteran status or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

Column Technical Services is seeking a skilled Grant Financial Leader to oversee a full financial lifecycle of federal grants ensure compliance with federal regulations and provide expert guidance to program teams in Chicago IL. This role leads financial reporting budgeting audits and subrecipient m...